CWC [VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic WatchvsDamasko DSub10
![[VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch](/_next/image?url=%2Fimages%2Fwatches%2Fcwc--vault-cwc-rn81-clearance-diver-automatic-watch.png%3Fv%3D1792936160623&w=1536&q=60)
Ref. vault-cwc-rn81-clearance-diver-automatic-watch·MSRP $1,792
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Measurements
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[VAULT] CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch
DSub10
Diameter
45mm
43mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Thickness
12.7mm
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
300m
MSRP
$1,792
n/a
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch for its vintage-inspired aesthetic, milspec bezel, and lume details, with many finding it incredibly legible even in the dark. The watch is considered great value for its price, featuring top-notch crown, bezel, and case finishing, and has proven durable, surviving accidental drops. Some owners find the case a bit thick and large, and one owner prefers the PVD finish over the polished case. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN81 Diver Automatic Watch highly for its legibility and robust build at its price point.
Owners widely report Damasko offers exceptional build quality for the money, with the DSub10's bezel noted as a step up from alternatives for readability, particularly underwater. Some owners feel the DSub10's appearance is somewhat generic, with newer Damasko designs perceived as lacking character, though others find the 43mm variants wear well despite their size. Overall, owners rate the Damasko DSub10 highly for its exceptional build quality relative to price.
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